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Sep 8
3 min

Putting Your Boat To Work

Most boat owners spend less than 60 days each year actually using their boat. What will you do with the remaining 305 days each year to low

May 13
2 min

Trip Cancellation Protection

What is Trip Cancellation Protection? The Trip Cancellation Protection Plan provides an easy-to-understand cancellation coverage for your...

Feb 1
4 min

The Merchant Marine Act and The Jones Act

Senator Wesley Jones (R-WA) was the original Congressman to propose Section 27 of the MMA, also known as The Jones Act.

Jan 1
2 min

Trip Cancellation & Property Protection Plan

The Bluesail Trip Cancellation & Property Protection Plan provides additional cancellation flexibility and property damage protection.

Dec 26, 2019
1 min

Parking at Stock Island Marina Village

Parking with Bluesail at Stock Island Marina Village is easy, convenient, and FREE!

Dec 12, 2019
1 min

Bareboat "Boatel" to Bareboat Charter

Did you book through AirBnb, VRBO, or similar vacation rental site and want to take the boat our for a sail during your stay? Read more...

Dec 2, 2019
2 min

Bareboat Agreement Application and Explanation

Not sure if your boat rental or booking requires a bareboat agreement? If it's a foreign-built vessel then the answer is likely yes.

Nov 7, 2019
1 min

Bareboat Skipper Referrals

Looking for a local skipper to help operate your bareboat rental with Bluesail? Check out our local referral list to help in the process.

Nov 7, 2019
1 min

After-hours Check-in Service

Check-in service and pricing for guests arriving and checking in after-hours.

Oct 31, 2019
3 min

Welcome to The Dry Tortugas!

Sitting about 70 miles West of Key West The Dry Tortugas is a 100 square mile National Park made up of 7 small islands: Garden, Loggerhe...

Oct 31, 2019
2 min

Where to Eat Nearby

Located on property at Stock Island Marina Village: Matt’s Stock Island Kitchen and Bar serving up American coastal comfort food from Esp...

Oct 30, 2019
3 min

Welcome to Boca Grande Key!

Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Boca Grande Key is a small 180 acre uninhabited island that sits roughly 14 miles west of Stock Isla...

Oct 30, 2019
3 min

U.S. Coast Guard Regulations for Bareboat Charter

In September 2018 the U.S. Coast Guard pulled over a fishing vessel in the Halifax River to conduct an inspection of safety equipment and...

Apr 5, 2019
3 min

OPINION | Tipping the Bareboat Charter Captain

After weeks of deliberation alas you've made a decision to bareboat charter for your upcoming vacation. How cool! You and your bareboat...

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